Tactical Search Warrants Course
ID: W912LP-25-R-0002Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7M8 USPFO ACTIVITY IA ARNGJOHNSTON, IA, 50131-1824, USA

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All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction (611699)

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EDUCATION/TRAINING- VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL (U006)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified contractors to provide technical instruction services for a Tactical Search Warrants course at the Midwest Counterdrug Training Center (MCTC) in Johnston, Iowa. The procurement aims to design, develop, and deliver a comprehensive training program focused on equipping law enforcement personnel with the skills necessary for executing safe tactical search warrants, emphasizing hands-on training and covering critical topics such as legal considerations and tactical planning. Interested parties are encouraged to review the attached draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) and submit their responses to the Sources Sought Response Form by 10:00 AM Central Time on March 31, 2025, to assist the government in refining the PWS and determining the appropriate set-aside for the solicitation. For further inquiries, potential contractors may contact Dan Collins at daniel.w.collins.civ@army.mil or Megan Kaszinski at megan.r.kaszinski.civ@army.mil.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide technical instructor services for a Tactical Search Warrant Course at the Midwest Counterdrug Training Center (MCTC). The contractor must design, develop, and deliver the course, focusing on training law enforcement personnel in executing safe tactical search warrants. The contract includes one base year with three iterations of the course and four additional option years, potentially increasing the course iterations based on demand and funding. MCTC provides essential resources, such as classroom space and audiovisual equipment, while the contractor is responsible for all teaching aids, materials, and logistics. The course must emphasize hands-on training and cover various topics, including legal considerations, tactical planning, communications, and practical exercises. The contractor's instructors should possess significant law enforcement experience and prior training expertise. Contractor performance will be monitored through student evaluations and compliance with quality assurance measures. The PWS underscores a zero-tolerance policy against trafficking and mandates adherence to security regulations within federal installations. Overall, the document seeks to enhance collaboration among law enforcement agencies to improve drug control efforts and public safety across jurisdictions.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding technical instruction services for a course titled "Tactical Search Warrants" at the Midwest Counterdrug Training Center (MCTC). It includes a draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) that details the course requirements. The RFP seeks input from potential contractors to gauge clarity and feasibility regarding the PWS, including whether the requirements are clear enough to prepare a complete proposal without revisions and if any seem too vague or restrictive. It also inquires if the companies have existing Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) training that can be adapted to meet the PWS standards. Additionally, it questions if 30 days is sufficient time for proposal development, including materials like student manuals and presentations. The document concludes with a request for company information to facilitate further communication. Overall, this RFP aims to ensure that qualified entities can effectively respond to the training needs outlined while adhering to federal contracting standards.
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